When trying to raise funds for your educational tour, you may find more open avenues if you are a nonprofit organization. A few perks include free access to venues, ability to work large stadium concessions designated for nonprofits only and tax exemption on the supplies you purchase.
We’ve heard reports from a number of EF Group Leaders that the process to become a nonprofit (albeit a bit tedious) is not actually difficult—it just requires some time and advance planning.
Having a recognized nonprofit travel organization is especially helpful if you plan on establishing a long-term travel program at your school.
Here are a few links that help explain how to start the process:
- Starting a Nonprofit Organization
- How to Start a Nonprofit
- Society for Nonprofit Organizations
- How to Start a 501c3 Nonprofit Organization
(Tip of the Week is written by EF Fundraising Specialist Tessa Lorenze and appears at Following the Equator every Tuesday. For more fundraising help on your EF tour, check out EF's fundraising tips or contact an EF Fundraising Specialist at fundraising@ef.com.)
